Waterside Primary School

URN: 148121 • Stoke-on-Trent ST1 3JS

Overview

Name
Waterside Primary School
URN
148121
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
THE SHAW EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
42.2 / 100
School thumbnail

Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Louise Willis (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01782234630
Website
Visit
Address
Eastwood Road, Stoke-on-Trent ST1 3JS

Summary

Waterside Primary School, located in Stoke-on-Trent, is an academy converter serving a mixed-gender population of 470 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 360. The school is committed to fostering a respectful and tolerant community, focusing on the holistic development of each child amidst the challenges posed by high levels of deprivation in the area.

The school's ethos is built around empowering learners and embedding British Values within its curriculum. Waterside prioritises a broad and balanced 4D curriculum that not only aims for academic achievement but also equips students with essential life skills. The school values—Respect, Determination, Excellence, Friendship, Courage, Inspiration, and Equality—are integral to its approach, ensuring that all pupils can thrive from their individual starting points.

Waterside Primary School actively engages with its local community, celebrating cultural diversity and promoting positive interactions. The staff are dedicated to providing enriching learning experiences and fostering an inclusive environment, preparing students for future challenges both in and out of the classroom.

Key details

LA
Stoke-on-Trent
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE SHAW EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
360
Pupils
470
Boys
228
Girls
242
FSM %
27.30
Open date
2021-02-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Staffordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 470 228 242 360 27.30
2024-09-11 470 224 246 360 26.00
2023-09-11 428 207 221 360 25.20
2022-09-11 428 207 221 360 25.20
2021-09-11 360

Reviews

No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience.

Add a review

Please sign in to post a review. Go to login

Are you the school owner?

Claim this profile to reply to reviews and add details.

Requires login